CSKA Moscow up Zenón bid, near Boca's asking price | OneFootball

Midfielder Kevin Zenón, who came up through Unión’s youth divisions, is at the center of a negotiation that could change his future in European football. CSKA Moscow has improved its offer for the player, raising expectations that the transfer will be finalized before the Russian transfer window closes on September 11.

After an initial proposal was rejected, it seemed that Zenón would remain at Boca, the club that acquired the midfielder at the beginning of 2024 for 3.5 million dollars. However, the Russian team adjusted their numbers in their second attempt, coming closer to the demands of the xeneize offices.

The other interested party, Olympiacos of Greece, did not make another attempt after their first offer of 7 million for 80% of the player’s rights was turned down. For its part, Unión retains 20% of Zenón’s rights, so any transfer below 10 million dollars would not fully satisfy the parties involved, especially considering the recent increase in the transfer tax from 7.5% to 13.06%.

Zenón’s Moment at Boca

Since his arrival, Zenón had a promising start, quickly becoming a key figure and standing out under the guidance of Diego Martínez. After his participation in the Olympic Games, his prominence in the team diminished and, with the arrival of different coaches, his presence in the starting eleven became sporadic.

In the recent edition of the Club World Cup, he started in two of the three matches and was then left out of the squad, which reinforced his intention to move abroad. At 24 years old, the midfielder has accumulated 72 matches and 10 goals since joining Boca.

Expectation in Santa Fe

Unión, as his formative club, is closely following every move of the midfielder. The possibility of Zenón continuing his career in Europe is generating excitement in Santa Fe, not only for the sporting recognition but also for the percentage they are entitled to in a potential transfer.

For now, negotiations are progressing and everything indicates that in the coming days it could be decided whether Zenón makes the leap to the Russian Premier League or remains in the Argentine Professional League.

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